Thelofi: Dining Reviews in Jakarta, Bali and Singapore

Shirokuma: Japanese Dessert Spot Thrives Amidst Jakarta’s Competitive Scene

Shirokuma It seems at first that the odds are against Shirokuma. First of all, it is tucked along PIK’s street that is lined with restaurants, including a few dessert stores. Secondly, given that it is a dessert focused store, it faces much cut-throat competition from familiar names in the area such as Taiwanese desserts Hong…

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Three Buns Offers Unique Gourmet Burgers in Jakarta’s Senopati District

Three Buns – Burger & Heads What makes a perfect burger? Soft fragrant bun, tasty melted cheese, fresh pickles/veggies, juicy beef patty and topped off with rich creamy sauces. The next time you think about good burgers, two words should come into mind: Three Buns. Three Buns has such a unique exterior that it is difficult to…

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PAUL: Renowned French Family Bakery and Patisserie in Singapore

On my last trip to Singapore I stumbled upon Paul, nestled strategically in Ngee Ann City. What started as a humble family-run bakery in Croix, France in 1889 has expanded to become an internationally renowned French bakery restaurant with more than 450 stores that can be found in over 20 countries. No thanks to the fact…

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Cajun Claws: Louisiana-Style Seafood Dining in PIK

Cajun Claws Ahoy! Cajun Claws, inspired by the famous US Boiling Crab, have recently opened its doors in PIK. As the name suggests, this diner serves seafood – Louisiana style. For starters, the owners, Tommy and chef Anthony, are crab enthusiasts looking to bring the enjoyment of Louisiana flavoured fresh seafood onto your table.…

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Bau-Haus 1993 Restaurant and Bar in Jakarta

Bau-Haus 1993 Bau-Haus 1993 is one of the latest addition to Jakarta’s restaurant and bar scene, located in a very strategic location in the middle of Jakarta, we just had to try it out. The name and the setting for this particular restaurant takes the inspiration of two historical periods; the German design movement Bauhaus…

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St. Germain Restaurant at Grand Indonesia East Mall

St. Germain During the last couple of months we have seen a handful of new restaurants/cafes at Grand Indonesia shopping centre opening their doors to the masses and tired shoppers (oh and more importantly people who are tired of accompanying their spouses doing some serious shopping). Almost all of these new places are located at…

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Pala Adas Indonesian Bistro Raises Fine Dining Standards in Pantai Indah Kapuk

Pala Adas Indonesian Bistro Pantai Indah Kapuk (PIK) is well-known for its variety of restaurants. Almost every other month a new eatery in the area pops up. It has definitely turned into a food haven in a very short period of time that parking is getting more and more of a hassle. The opening of the new…

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Pasar Santa: A Unique Food Destination in Jakarta

Pasar Santa So you’re bored of the typical mall restaurants and feeling a little bit more adventurous. You don’t mind breaking a sweat to explore the narrow alleys of food stalls just to break your weekend dining routine. The Fat Corner recommends you to take a trip down to Pasar Santa – located very close to…

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Baconerie: A Culinary Spot in Jakarta’s Kemang Area

Baconerie It’s no secret that a lot of food lovers in Jakarta have a soft spot for Kemang. With the place still being a regular haunt for expats even after all these years, Kemang is destined to be a culinary melting pot. Nowadays, a wide variety of restos can be found not just in the…

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My Humble House: Award-Winning Chinese Fine Dining Opens in Jakarta

My Humble House My Humble House has won many awards since its launch in Singapore back in 2002 and has recently opened its doors in Jakarta. This will mark their 4th outlet opening subsequent to that in Tokyo, Beijing and Mumbai. Claiming to be the first Chinese fine dining restaurant locally is challenging given the current established names competing on that platform, such as the familiar Taste Paradise…